Find telephone support, email, and online chat resources if you or a loved one is severely depressed or expresses suicidal thoughts. Specific hotlines are provided for military veterans, teens, Spanish speakers, and women suffering from postpartum depression.

This wallet card lists the warning signs of depression and suicide that may occur after a traumatic event. It also urges those who exhibit signs to call the toll-free suicide prevention hotline number on the wallet card: 1-800-273-8255.

This locator provides you with comprehensive information about mental health services and resources and is useful for professionals, consumers and their families, and the public. Find services by state or zip code.

Signs of depression can appear differently in men, women, children and older adults. This brochure describes the differences, and offers information on where to find help for yourself or for a loved one who is depressed.

Depression is a disabling illness that affects about 15% to 25% of cancer patients. This brief summary describes the causes and treatment of depression and risk factors and prevention of suicide in adults and children who have cancer.

If you have experienced a mild, moderate, or severe injury to your brain due to a sudden trauma, this research-based guide that will help you understand your condition, risk of depression, and treatment choices.

Many of the changes faced by older adults can lead to depression. However, depression is not a normal or necessary part of aging, and there are many steps you can take to overcome the symptoms, no matter your age or the challenges you face.

Depression is a serious medical illness. It’s feeling "down" and "low" and "hopeless" for weeks at a time. A short video and resources are offered to help you learn about signs, symptoms and current research on depression.

There are many types of mental health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and others. Read on for information on choosing the right type of professional for you, and learn what you can expect from mental health treatment services.

Post-stroke psychological emotions are“natural.” They’re part of adjusting to the changes brought by a stroke. Often,talking about the effects of the stroke and acknowledging these feelings helps stroke survivors deal with these emotions.

This multimedia site features brief information on a variety of mental health topics including, anxiety, autism, depression, panic disorder, and more. Listen to taped presentations in the English, Russian, Spanish and Somali languages.

How are older adults affected by depression? What should I do if I think I am depressed? How can I get immediate help if I am in a crisis?
Find answers here to these, and other frequently asked questions.

While many women experience some mild mood changes during or after the birth of a child, 15 to 20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or anxiety. Learn how you can prevent a worsening of these symptoms and fully recover.

The DBSA Wellness Tracker is an innovative, user-friendly online tool that allows you to keep track of your physical and emotional/mental wellness. The Wellness Toolbox helps you communicate better with your doctor, keep track of your symptoms and moods, and more.

Treatment for seasonal affective disorder includes light therapy (phototherapy), psychotherapy and medications. Addressing the problem can help you keep your mood and motivation steady throughout the year.

A light therapy box is a device used mainly to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression. Light therapy boxes can be purchased over-the-counter or on the Internet without a doctor's prescription. Learn about features to consider before buying this device.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can affect adults, teens, and children, especially during the fall and winter months. It's estimated that about 6 in every 100 people (6%) experience SAD. Read more to learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this kind of seasonal depression.

This fact sheet discusses sadness in children and teenagers, the difference between sadness and depression and where to get help when sadness becomes depression. This information is intended for use by children and adolescents.

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